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City staff outlines Flying Fortress industrial-area plan, FAA land-release timeline and funding needs
Summary
Staff updated EDAC on the Flying Fortress industrial-area plan: the Patriot Rail interchange concept, FAA land-release process for roughly 790 acres, and preliminary cost estimates (rail interchange ~ $13M; broader northern project ~ $22M). Staff said grant funding is being pursued and coordination with Patriot Rail, BNSF and airport staff is ongoing.
Vice Chair Zimmerman requested an update on the Flying Fortress industrial area and the staff presented an overview of project phases, ownership and funding outlook.
Staff described a multi-phase plan that includes a potential Patriot Rail interchange tied to FAA land release. The presentation said an interchange build could cost roughly $13,000,000 and that the broader northern side…
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